About Life in Japan

3月3日は「ひな祭り」です。日本では「桃の節句」とも呼ばれ、女の子の健やかな成長と幸福を願う大切な伝統行事です。日本の文化に興味がある外国人の方にとっても、ひな祭りはとても魅力的なイベントです。今回は、ひな祭りの由来や楽しみ方、外国人でも体験しやすいポイントを紹介しますね。ひな祭りとは？その由来と

In Japan, it is customary for women to give chocolates to men on Valentine's Day, February 14th. However, there are some differences from Valentine's Day around the world. In this article, we will introduce the differences between Valentine's Day in Japan and the rest of the world, and tell you how to enjoy it in a way that is unique to Japan! First, let's take a look at Valentine's Day around the world.

For many students, taking university entrance exams in Japan is a major event that marks a turning point in their lives. The exam season is mainly from January to March, and exams are held at each university during this period. Students prepare seriously for the exams, which they see as a chance to demonstrate the results of several years of study. Japanese universities are broadly divided into public universities (national and public universities) and private universities.

1. The origin of Setsubun Setsubun is one of Japan's traditional events, and it means "dividing the seasons." Originally it was a ceremony held on the day before the beginning of spring, summer, autumn, and winter, but now it refers to the day before the beginning of spring, which is around February 3rd. Since ancient times in Japan, it has been believed that evil spirits (bad things) are more likely to enter at the change of seasons.

Coming-of-Age Ceremony is an important traditional event in Japan to celebrate people who have turned 20 years old. It takes place on the second Monday of January and is a symbolic event where people officially join the ranks of adults! In fact, the age of adulthood has been lowered to 18 years old due to the revision of the Civil Code in 2022, but many municipalities still continue to hold Coming-of-Age Ceremonies for 20-year-olds. Here are some reasons why

Ebisu, the Japanese god of fortune, brings happiness to people with his smile. He is especially known as the god of prosperity in business and bountiful catches, and is enshrined at many shrines across the country. His friendly character and bright smile make him popular with foreigners too! In this article, we will introduce Ebisu in an easy-to-understand way. What kind of god is Ebisu? What is Ebisu?

New Year's Day is one of the most important events in Japan. During this period, many Japanese people visit shrines and temples to pray for good health and good fortune in the new year. One thing you can't miss when visiting shrines and temples during New Year's is "omikuji" (fortune telling slips)! In this article, we will explain the appeal and fun of omikuji in an easy-to-understand way for foreigners. What is omikuji? Omikuji is a

Japanese New Year is one of the most special times to experience Japanese culture. Not only do you celebrate the New Year with family and friends, but you can also fully experience the Japanese character through a number of traditions and customs. One of the most indispensable things is "mochi". In this article, we will introduce the charm of Japanese New Year and mochi in an easy-to-understand way. Japanese New Year Traditions In Japan, January 1st is celebrated as the first day of the New Year.

Christmas in Japan is very different from Christmas in the West, and its own culture and customs have developed. Here are some Christmas features that foreigners find particularly "Japanese". 1. In the West, where religious meaning is weak, Christmas is a religious event based on Christianity, and is centered around church mass and the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ.

It seems that it is often a little difficult for foreigners to pronounce Japanese names correctly. While some names have beautiful sounds and deep meanings, it can be hard to know how to read them or what gender they are. Because of this, it seems that they can have a hard time remembering and pronouncing names. In this article, we will introduce some names that foreigners often have trouble with!